Video Clips
Quoted moments from Alaska public meetings, hearings, and press conferences.
Clips from Charles EdwardsonClear
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Charles Edwardson“Alaska Natives have a rich history of military participation stemming from their tribal warrior traditions. And the specific need to defend their homelands. Today, it's our family's great honor and my great honor to acknowledge my nephew Nathan Mitchell.”
Sealaska Heritage Institute: Celebration 2026 | Day 4 - Saturday June 6 · Jun 6, 2026
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Charles Edwardson“Often serving 5 times the national average. The Department of Defense and the Defense and Veterans Affairs report that tens of thousands of Native individuals are active duty service members or veterans.”
Sealaska Heritage Institute: Celebration 2026 | Day 4 - Saturday June 6 · Jun 6, 2026
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Charles Edwardson“Alaska Natives and American Indians serve in the United States military at the highest per capita rate of any demographic in the country.”
Sealaska Heritage Institute: Celebration 2026 | Day 4 - Saturday June 6 · Jun 6, 2026
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Charles Edwardson“And retiring as a Command Master Chief, he deployed 17 times fighting for our people and our country. A true warrior for us. We are so happy he has returned home to us to continue fighting for our people and for our homelands.”
Sealaska Heritage Institute: Celebration 2026 | Day 4 - Saturday June 6 · Jun 6, 2026
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Charles Edwardson“For 28 years of active duty service as a Navy SEAL.”
Sealaska Heritage Institute: Celebration 2026 | Day 4 - Saturday June 6 · Jun 6, 2026